Matilda The Musical in Glasgow 2026

Matilda The Musical leaps to life in Glasgow, where magic meets mischief! Experience the enchanting tale of a brilliant young girl who dares to dream. This captivating production will grace the Theatre Royal from Nov 18 – Dec 5, 2026. Don’t miss out on the excitement—grab your Matilda The Musical tickets today!

Matilda The Musical Glasgow Tickets

Date	Price	Tickets
Saturday Dec 05, 2026 07:30 PM	Matilda the Musical from £79.46	Tickets

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Cast in Glasgow

Here is the principal UK and Ireland tour cast of Matilda The Musical, focusing on the main roles only.

• Madison Davis as Matilda
• Mollie Hutton as Matilda
• Olivia Ironmonger as Matilda
• Sanna Kurihara as Matilda
• Richard Hurst as Miss Trunchbull
• Tessa Kadler as Miss Honey
• Adam Stafford as Mr Wormwood
• Rebecca Thornhill as Mrs Wormwood

The Venue: Theatre Royal

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Matilda The Musical in Glasgow in 2026?

Matilda The Musical is at Theatre Royal Glasgow from Wednesday 18 November to Saturday 5 December 2026, giving you just over two weeks of performances to choose from across weekdays and weekends.

Where is Matilda The Musical playing in Glasgow?

The show is playing at Theatre Royal Glasgow in the city centre, a historic Victorian auditorium that now presents major touring productions including drama, musicals, opera, and ballet, and is home to Scottish Opera and Scottish Ballet.

What is Matilda The Musical about?

Matilda The Musical is the story of an extraordinary little girl with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, who is ignored by her parents and bullied by the terrifying headteacher Miss Trunchbull, but decides to take a stand, use her special powers, and change her own destiny while helping the kind teacher Miss Honey.

Which awards has Matilda The Musical won?

The show is a multi award-winning hit from the Royal Shakespeare Company, with seven Olivier Awards and many other Best Musical prizes, and it is widely described as a “multi-award winning” production that has delighted audiences in cities around the world.

What are the performance times and running time in Glasgow?

Performances in Glasgow include 7:30 pm evening shows on most days and some 2:30 pm matinees, and the running time for Matilda The Musical is about 2 hours 35–40 minutes including one interval, so you can plan travel, meals, and childcare around a full afternoon or evening at the theatre.

Is Matilda The Musical suitable for children and families?

The production is recommended for children aged 6 and over, and children under 4 years of age, including babes in arms, are not admitted into the auditorium; every child must have their own seat and be able to sit in it without assistance, which makes the show best suited to school-age children.

Are there any content or sensory warnings for the Glasgow performances?

The show features flashing lights, lasers, loud sound effects, stage haze or smoke, and latex balloons that are popped onstage, and throughout the performance actors interact in the audience spaces, so people who are sensitive to light, sound, or sudden effects should keep this in mind when booking.

How much do tickets for Matilda The Musical in Glasgow cost?

Tickets at Theatre Royal Glasgow start from around £15 in the lowest price bands and rise across several levels for better seats and peak dates, with higher prices for central stalls and popular performances.

How can I get cheaper tickets for Matilda The Musical in Glasgow?

To get cheaper tickets, look for Monday to Thursday performances instead of Friday and Saturday evenings, choose seats in the cheaper price bands or higher levels where the “from £15” prices apply, book as early as possible before the lowest-priced seats are gone, and stay flexible with your dates so you can pick shows that still list the lowest starting price.

Are there any discounts or group booking options?

There are often savings for groups and coach parties booking a block of tickets together, with some packages including travel and tickets in one price, so if you are arranging a group trip it is worth checking group rates or coach packages rather than buying individual seats separately.

What is the best way to travel to Theatre Royal Glasgow for the show?

Theatre Royal Glasgow is centrally located with good public transport links and nearby parking facilities, so many people travel by train, subway, or bus and walk the short distance to the theatre, or use city-centre car parks, allowing extra time for traffic, parking, and queues so they can arrive relaxed and find their seats before the show begins.

Why should I see Matilda The Musical in Glasgow?

This run brings the full-scale, multi-award-winning Royal Shakespeare Company production to Glasgow for the first time, combining Tim Minchin’s witty songs, Dennis Kelly’s clever script, and imaginative staging into a funny, moving, and empowering story, giving local audiences a West End–level family musical experience close to home.

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